Osmunda japonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Osmundales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
751394
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1780
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal. , ser. 2, 3: 209 (1780)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750727
Common Names
- Japonica Osmunda
- Japonica Osmundopsis
- Japonica Osmunde
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Osmunda japonica (also called Japanese Osmunda, among many other common names) is a fern native to Japan. It has large, frond-like leaves and bears brownish-green spores. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Osmunda japonica is a wildflower that is often used in natural landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including headaches, digestive issues, and skin conditions.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Osmunda japonica for. divisa (Makino) TagawaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osmunda japonica has small, white flowers with yellow centres, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem with a flower at the top.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Osmunda japonica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Osmunda japonica
Osmunda japonica can be found in moist woodlands and forests in Japan and Korea.
Osmunda japonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmunda japonica?
Osmunda japonica
What is the common name of Osmunda japonica?
Japanese Royal Fern
What is the natural habitat of Osmunda japonica?
Woodlands and forests
Species in the Osmunda genus
Species in the Osmundaceae family
Leptopteris laxa, Leptopteris moorei, Leptopteris superba, Leptopteris hymenophylloides, Leptopteris alpina, Leptopteris fraseri, Osmunda herbacea, Osmunda hilsenbergii, Osmunda japonica, Osmunda banksiifolia, Osmunda regalis, Osmunda spectabilis, Osmunda vachellii, Osmunda lancea, Osmunda angustifolia, Osmunda javanica, Osmunda mildei, Osmunda abyssinica, Osmunda hybrida, Osmunda pilosa, Osmunda claytoniana, Osmundastrum cinnamomeum, Osmundastrum claytonianum, Todea barbara, Todea papuana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2906108: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.